Carrageenan extracted from red algae is a

polysaccharide

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The correct option is A polysaccharide
Carrageenan is a polysaccharide extracted from the cell walls of red algae. It is a hydrocolloid and is used as a clearing agent in liquors and as an emulsifier in chocolates, ice creams, toothpastes, etc.

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